Main area: Oncology
Grade Band: 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Internal rotation, 12.5 hours shifts both days and nights. Weekend and Bank holidays. Night shifts are essential.)
Job ref: 320-CDCS-3469
Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 pro rata pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 10/02/2025 23:59
Interview date: 24/02/2025
Sister / Charge Nurse
Band 6
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
With over 13,000 members of staff you can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients.
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services. The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity.
Job overview
Due to an expansion within our service, the Combined Triage Assessment Unit (CTAU) is looking for compassionate, forward-thinking, dynamic and visible leaders to join the team as Charge Nurse/Sisters. We are looking for individuals that are enthusiastic to drive change and improvement in an acute setting, leading the way with the advances in oncology care.
You will be expected to ensure that professionalism and high standards of care are upheld at all times.
CTAU is an acute assessment unit caring for Oncology and Haematology patients with complications arising from their treatment or diagnosis. Our staff telephone triage patients using the UKONS triage tool to determine if they need to bring them into CTAU. We also accept patients from the Combined Day Unit, Radiotherapy and Specialist Outpatients.
Applicants must hold a current NMC registration and must be able to evidence demonstrable post-registration experience. Leadership experience would be preferable; however, this will be an ongoing developmental area of the role. Current knowledge and experience in an acute setting is required, preferably with knowledge of Oncology and Haematology.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a compassionate individual that can demonstrate excellent communication skills and is committed to driving change forward.
Applicants will need to be a visible, reliable, and flexible leader ensuring high standards of care are given at all times.
Applicants would preferably be competent in the UKONS triage tool; however, this is not essential as training and support will be given.
The successful candidate will be able to deputise for the Senior Sister in their absence. They will be responsible for supporting the overall running of the unit including completing audits, improvement works, staff support, and rostering.
This role will involve working both days and nights.
Closing date of applications: 10 February 2025
Interview date: 24 February 2025
Working for our organisation
In return we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
* Evidence of undertaking appraisals and audits
* Supporting new team members
* Oncology and Haematology experience
* UKONS triage trained
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check; however, having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for their role.
Anyone from outside of the UK (excluding from the Republic of Ireland) will need permission from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to work in the UK and may also need entry clearance before travelling here.
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